Manager of Threat Services

Rootshell Security; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Rootshell Security seeks a Manager of Threat Services to lead the Penetration Testing team. The role involves overseeing team management and administrative support to the VP of Global Threat Services. Candidates should have either relevant qualifications or significant industry experience. Emphasis on quality control, documentation, and collaboration with consulting teams is key.

Benefits

Long-term career paths

Continuous training

Opportunities to attend conferences

Bonus scheme

Variety of work

Mentoring opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in IT cybersecurity industry required.
• Several years of penetration testing assessment experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the VP of Threat Services with daily administrative requirements.
• Allocate and coordinate testing tools and licenses.
• Support security consultants and manage testing infrastructure.

Skills

CREST qualification

CyberScheme qualification

Penetration testing experience

Team management skills

Job description

We are looking for a Manager of Threat Services who must be based in the United Kingdom, and would like to join our fast-paced, rapidly expanding Penetration Testing team at Rootshell Security.

The position involves general team management and administrative responsibilities in support of the Vice President of Global Threat Services and the business.

Rootshell Security is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

Role responsibilities

The Manager of Threat Services will assist the VP of Global Threat Services with the day-to-day administrative requirements dictated by the business in the Threat Services Team. This includes but is not limited to:

• Day-to-day allocation and coordination of testing tools and licenses.
• Document quality control – including Tech QA and Release Authorization actions.
• Working directly with and supporting Security Consultants in the business.
• Attending scoping calls and producing the appropriate documentation within the skill set.
• Assisting in the daily administration requirements and supporting testing teams.
• System support, testing infrastructure, and account management.

Skills we are looking for

The following minimum qualifications, skills, and experience are required for success in this role:

• Having CREST, CyberScheme qualification at Team Member level / equivalent or higher, specializing in Infrastructure or Applications.

Or,

• Provable extensive experience working in the IT cybersecurity industry. (This will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis by the VP of Threat Services and a Rootshell Senior Partner).
• Several years of penetration testing assessment experience, seeking to move into an administrative support or managerial role.

Requirements

• Must reside in the UK.
• Must hold or be eligible to hold UK security clearance.
• Must be able to attend the Basingstoke main office when required.

Company benefits

• Long-term career paths
• Continuous technical and non-technical training
• Opportunities to attend DefCon in Las Vegas and UK conferences
• Bonus scheme
• Variety of work across all sectors
• Ability to innovate and be recognized and rewarded for such
• Mentoring opportunities by senior leadership

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion at Rootshell Security

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We believe that a diverse team drives innovation and excellence, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

As a proud holder of the Bronze Award under the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS), we actively support the Armed Forces community, aligning with the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant. We recognize the valuable skills and experiences that service personnel, reservists, and veterans bring to the workplace and encourage them to apply.

Rootshell Security is an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate based on age, disability, gender, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know—we are happy to support you.

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